If you were to walk through your home right now, how many spiders would you see? Hopefully, the answer is none. These local pests are a huge problem and often find themselves indoors, whether purposeful or on accident. We are here today to talk about simple spider prevention strategies and to offer a quick solution to get these pests out of your home. Reach out to Innovative Pest Solutions if you want more information about our pest control offerings. We will find a fast answer to any and all spider problems in and around your home.
How To Identify Nuisance Spiders
There are two types of spiders, nuisance spiders, and dangerous spiders. The one thing that separates these two categories is threat level. Most kinds of spiders pose no direct threat to human health and either lack the ability to bite or do not have venom that is strong enough to cause harm. There are, however, a few species in America that are known to be dangerous. These pests include black widows, false widows, brown recluse, and yellow sac spiders. Because there are so many species, the best way to identify an infestation inside your home is to research keywords associated with the spiders you are seeing. Another great option is to bring in our team for a thorough pest inspection. We are experts and know how to tell harmful arachnids apart from common nuisance spiders.
The Problems Spiders Can Create In Homes
Spiders are not always problematic. In fact, most species in our area could be considered more of a benefit than a threat. This is because of the way they cull local pest populations. A few webs around your home’s exterior can help reduce your chance of infestation. It will also, however, increase your chances of finding spiders indoors. The one thing you need to worry about, besides the fact that spiders are creepy, is that some local species pose a threat with their bites. Two common dangerous spiders are black widows and brown recluses. Although not aggressive, both of these pests can cause severe medical trouble with their venomous bites. For safety’s sake, it is better to sure no spiders get into your home than to tolerate a few of these pests.
Five No-Sweat Spider Prevention Tips For Around The House
If you want to keep spiders out of your home, you need some form of reliable prevention. For those who have time on their hands, here are five no-sweat exclusion tips to start with today.
- Fill in cracks, holes, and gaps in your home’s foundation using a caulking gun.
- Identify and repair serious damage to your home’s exterior.
- Make sure all exterior doors are properly installed and sealed with things like weatherstripping and doorsweeps.
- Keep up with the general maintenance of screens around your home.
- Close unscreened windows and doors when you are not using them.
For those who do not have the time or desire to prevent spiders on their own a professional treatment plan is best. We have many great options here at Innovative Pest Solutions.
The Best Way To Get Rid Of Spiders And Their Pest Prey
No one likes living with spiders or the pests they invade to hunt. If you want to get and keep invasive species out of your home you need to invest in a quality pest control plan. We have many great service options for you here at Innovative Pest Solutions.
Contact us today to see if your home is in our service area and find a solution to get rid of spiders and other pests for good.
